Metal Construction News, August 2016

August 2016 Vol 37 No 9 Contents 16 22 24 27 30 Features 16 Special Feature Expansion Essentials The growing economy is driving business owners to evaluate their current space needs Those who plan to expand their existing metal building face a number of unique considerations such as blending the aesthetic look A metal building system is an excellent option that helps address those obstacles 20 Rent Lease or Buy Making the decision on whether to rent lease or buy equipment should come down to a simple fi nancial decision what is the most cost effective way to get the job done But that decision requires owners to anticipate the kind and amount of work the company will capture Plus there are additional factors such as the fi nancial position of the company that weigh in 22 Success Story Steadfast Structures in Tucson Ariz By establishing strong relationships with architects and general contractors Steadfast Structures has built a great reputation across the Southwest as a quality metal building contractor 24 Sticking with Correct Sealant Application The variety of sealants and their applications can cause confusion on the job site ending up with a project that underperforms Although representing less than 1 percent of the structure sealants correct application is critical to the water and airtightness of the building This feature provides advice on the correct application of sealants Know Your Products Snow Retention 27 Sifting Through Todays Snow Retention Market Key areas to look at when specifying or buying a snow retention system 28 Choose the Correct Snow Guard System for your Project Evaluating various snow retention sizes shapes attachment methods material designs and colors 29 Things to Consider about Snow Retention Ask questions before choosing a snow retention system Departments 3 Editors Comments 8 Industry Perspective Metal Building Contractors Erectors Association 9 Profi t Building 10 Industry News and Events 30 Project Focus Offi ce Mixed Use and Residential 43 New Products 44 Product Catalogs Perforated and Expanded Metals Insulated Metal Panels 47 Ad Index 48 Editors Pick Photo Pinnacle Mountain Homes Ford Construction Co Inc Waukesha Wis added 10830 square feet of manufacturing space to Superior Crane Corp Waukesha with a metal building system from Metallic Building Co Houston www metalconstructionnews com 4 METAL CONSTRUCTION NEWS August 2016

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